A common image runs through the Gospel readings for the upcoming Sunday of Great Lent: the Sunday of the Judge. Two stories show Jesus talking about the coming of God’s kingdom, and the way to pray to our Heavenly Father.
Steward or Swindler?
The steward is a figure who comes up in many of Jesus’ parables—a “stock character,” we might say, who would have been very recognizable to Christ’s listeners.
What did stewards do, in the time of Jesus? What made them so interesting to our Lord?
Diocese Welcomes New Ministries Staff
The Eastern Diocese is pleased to announce some new additions to the Diocesan operations, taking up key roles on the Department of Ministries staff.
ACYOA Seniors Serve on Mission Trip in Atlanta
The Armenian Church Youth Organization of America (ACYOA) Seniors from across the Eastern Diocese just returned from the 4th annual ACYOA Seniors Mission Trip.
A Father’s Love: The Sunday of the Prodigal Son
Perhaps the holiest moment in the Armenian Divine Liturgy is when the congregation fills the church with the singing of the Lord’s Prayer. We begin with the words Hayr Mer—“Our Father”; but what really do we mean by referring to God as a “father”?